Global strategy for maritime digitalisation approved Global strategy for maritime digitalisation approved Pushing maritime digitalisation to improve safety and security Wednesday, April 1, 2026 0 520 The Facilitation Committee (FAL) of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) has approved a global strategy for maritime digitalization as well as cybersecurity measures for maritime single windows.
Workshop strengthens port security Workshop strengthens port security IMO hosts national workshop Wednesday, April 1, 2026 0 539 COMOROS: A four-day workshop held at the end of March helped equip local officials with skills to evaluate their own implementation of international security requirements in the country’s ports.
Shark specialist pledges support to Seychelles Shark specialist pledges support to Seychelles SEYCHELLES: Ocean Ramsey, a marine conservationist, shark behaviour specialist, and free diver known for her close, cage-free interactions with... Wednesday, April 1, 2026 0 394
Maydon Wharf concessions announced Maydon Wharf concessions announced SOUTH AFRICA: Preferred bidders for two landmark concessions in the Maydon Wharf Precinct in the Port of Durban now will enter into final... Tuesday, March 31, 2026 0 595
Strengthening response to harassment at sea Strengthening response to harassment at sea IMO Member States have until the 4 May to apply to become one of up to six countries to participate in a new initiative aimed at eradicating... Thursday, March 26, 2026 0 624
Green ports and decarbonisation on the agenda in Africa Green ports and decarbonisation on the agenda in Africa NIGERIA: African leaders affirmed their commitment to position African ports as environmentally responsible partners that strengthen... Thursday, March 26, 2026 0 688
Funding package to help developing economies participate in world trade Funding package to help developing economies participate in world trade CAMEROON: The UK Government has announced £13 million in Official Development Assistance (ODA) to enable developing economies to participate... Wednesday, March 25, 2026 0 375
Cold case continues Cold case continues SOUTH AFRICA: The Western Cape High Court this month kept alive a significant legal claim by two South African fruit terminal companies against... Wednesday, March 25, 2026 0 1004
0 Maritime Opportunities MRA Online Thursday, July 9, 2026 New mentoring scheme launched for port technology leaders Applications have opened for the International Association of Ports and Harbours (IAPH) Ports Technology Mentorship scheme, which is focused on facilitating targeted knowledge transfer and skills development among its members.
0 Maritime People MRA Online Tuesday, July 7, 2026 New team to strengthen regional IMO support A new team of seven Regional Coordinators has been announced to coordinate International Maritime Organisation (IMO) activities in their respective regions across 11 thematic areas ranging from marine environment and ocean governance to maritime...
0 Marine Law & Insurance MRA Online Friday, July 3, 2026 South Africa takes the next step to protect the high seas SOUTH AFRICA: Cabinet has approved the submission of the Agreement on the Conservation and Sustainable Use of Marine Biodiversity Diversity of Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ Agreement) to Parliament for ratification.
0 People & Events MRA Online Friday, June 19, 2026 Three ministers, one portfolio SOUTH AFRICA: Since South Africa's Government of National Unity took shape in 2024, the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment has cycled through three DA ministers in under two years, raising questions about continuity,...